The RAF wrestling league has officially announced the signing of Khamzat Chimaev to their roster. This represents a significant addition to the organization as Chimaev is one of the most prominent names in mixed martial arts. Details about specific matchups or competition dates were not provided in the announcement. The signing follows recent RAF events featuring other MMA fighters competing in wrestling formats. Chimaev's wrestling background makes him a natural fit for the league's format.
The RAF wrestling league has officially announced the addition of Khamzat "Borz" Chimaev to its roster, marking one of the most high-profile signings the organization has made from the world of mixed martial arts.
Chimaev, 32, is currently ranked first in the UFC middleweight division and sits tenth in the pound-for-pound rankings. Representing the United Arab Emirates and training out of Allstars Training Center, he carries a professional MMA record of 15-1-0. Standing six-foot-two with a 75-inch reach, Chimaev has built his reputation on relentless forward pressure, landing 4.04 significant strikes per minute at a 60 percent striking accuracy rate. His grappling credentials are equally formidable, averaging 5.29 takedowns per 15 minutes alongside 1.8 submission attempts per 15 minutes — numbers that make him a natural candidate for a wrestling-based competition format.
The league's announcement did not include details on specific matchups or competition dates for Chimaev.
Why it matters
- Chimaev's elite wrestling credentials translate directly to the RAF league's competition format
- His status as the top-ranked UFC middleweight and a top-ten pound-for-pound fighter raises the league's visibility considerably
- The signing continues a trend of the RAF featuring active MMA competitors in wrestling events
- No confirmed schedule means the shape of his involvement in the league remains to be seen
